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DJ Wagner’s New NIL Deal Has The Kid Riding In Style

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A lot of the headlines after last night’s McDonald’s All-American Game went to Bronny James Jr. Which is understandable, given the nature of who he is. However, if you’re looking for other stars at the event, look no further than DJ Wagner. Wagner dazzled fans of the event, scoring all 19 of his points in the second half. The Top-5 recruit’s performance led him to earn the MVP award of the game, along with helping seal the victory for the East.

However, it isn’t just the game that is helping Wagner gain attention in social media circles. NIL has been nothing but positive since its inception. Some may have you believe that there needs to be a stopping point to it. This is why my response is maybe the NCAA should slow down on how much they make. That’s something that won’t be happening any time soon. Since the NIL train is still going strong, kids like Wagner can ride to school in style. Well, maybe not everyone can get this sweet of a hookup.

DJ Wagner Is The Coolest Kid On Campus

Thanks to his friends at LexExotics, Wagner can now cruise around Lexington in his brand-new Rolls Royce. An incredible partnership for a kid looking to make a name for himself. Wagner will join an all-star cast at Kentucky, as the Wildcats have signed four of the Top-10 recruits in the 2023 class. Kentucky also lays claim to the top class in the nation, with a fifth signing being the 30th-best player in the country. NIL deals will not be in short supply for these future Wildcats.

How anyone can see a downside to NIL is beyond comprehension. Kids are finally getting to live the life they always dreamed of and helping families along the way. NIL isn’t just fancy cars. Many stories of NIL involve helping others, which is something I have no doubt that Wagner will be a part of. What’s your opinion on NIL? Good? Bad? Tell us how you feel in the comment section below. For more news on NIL deals, stay up to date with the latest from HNHH.

Bronny James Jr. NIL Earnings Revealed

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Bronny James Jr. is easily the most famous High School basketball player in the entire United States. Although, he will not be in high school for much longer. He is about to decide where he will go to college, and fans are very excited about this looming decision. Overall, the hype around Bronny is warranted. He is the son of one of basketball’s greatest players. Moreover, he is an amazing two-way player who knows how to command the floor. He has a great teacher, and his future is most certainly bright.

If you have been paying attention to college and high school sports, you know that these athletes can now accept Name, Image, and Likeness deals. This is a brand new phenomenon and it has allowed players to secure the bag before they even go pro. As you can imagine, Bronny has been hit with a ton of deals. For instance, he is signed to Nike and Beats By Dre. Additionally, there are all sorts of brands that are trying to get him as one of their ambassadors. Consequently, Bronny has already made a lot of money at 18 years old.

Bronny Is Making Bank

According to On3Sports, Bronny’s NIL deals have a total valuation of $7.2 million. This is an obscene amount of money for someone Bronny’s age. The next closest athlete on the list is Arch Manning, who is making $3.7 million. The young man is currently committed to the Texas Longhorns and is expected to become a superstar. Interestingly enough, the top two on this list are all related to legends in their respective sports. Needless to say, having that name recognition goes an extremely long way when it comes to these NIL deals.

Furthermore, it should be noted that Bronny was fantastic during the McDonald’s All-American game last night. He scored a grand total of 15 points and even added four assists. Bronny also played some great defense which was lauded by everyone who watched the game. Hopefully, he continues to improve his game over the next few years. If he sticks with it, there is no doubt that he will become a star in the NBA.

“Popeyes Meme Kid” Gets NIL Deal From The Fast Food Chain

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If you were someone who watched a lot of Vine back in the day, you probably remember the “Popeyes Meme Kid.” This led to a viral image of a nine-year-old kid standing inside of Popeyes while awkwardly looking to the side. Even to this day, the image is still used to react to things online.

Subsequently, the kid in the meme went on to do great things. His name is Dieunerst Collin and he is currently 19 years old. Furthermore, he is playing at Lake Erie College in Division 2 football. He currently plays on the offensive line, and as you can see below, he has been seeking an NIL deal from Popeyes.

Popeyes Answers The Call

With Collin trying to get Popeyes’ attention through social media, many fans joined in on his pursuit. After all, an NIL deal would be a fitting end to this iconic saga. Thankfully, for Collin, the fast food chain ended up delivering as they took to Twitter with an announcement. Collin is now officially sponsored by the chain.

For now, however, there are no exact details about what kind of compensation he will receive. These NIL deals are typically kept under wraps. Regardless, more power to Collin who was able to receive a deal that is typically reserved for D1 athletes.

In the aftermath of this news, Collin made sure to thank his supporters on social media. It was thanks to them that he was able to get Popeyes’ attention, and he acknowledged that in the Instagram post down below.

“I just want to thank everyone for going in the comments and tagging Popeyes,” Collin wrote. “That actually led me to where I’m at now, so I’m grateful for that.”

Let us know what you think of this latest move by the fast-food chain, in the comments down below. Additionally, stay tuned to HNHH for more news from the sports world.

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